Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH) from $521

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Athens (average of $613). Flying from San Francisco to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,581). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

• What airports serve Athens from San Francisco?

  For flights to Athens from San Francisco, you will be departing from the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This airport sits about 12 miles to the south of the city center, and getting to the airport from the city is very easy on the BART trains that you can ride for about $10. When you arrive in Athens, you will be arriving at the Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH). This airport is about 26 miles to the east of the city and you can get to the city on the Metro Line Number 3 for a fare of about 10€ ($12).

• Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco to Athens?

  While it is unfortunate that there are no direct flights between these two cities, there are still some great flight deals that you can find to get from San Francisco to Athens. Lufthansa Airlines, United Airlines, Air France, Swiss Airlines, American Airlines, and British Airways all offer one-stop flights between these two cities.

• What are the layover options between San Francisco and Athens?

  Given the large number of airlines that offer one-stop service between these two cities, there are also going to be a large number of layover airports. As an example, the one-stop offering on Lufthansa Airlines has a layover at Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), while the one-stop offering on United Airlines also stops at the same airport. The one-stop flight on Air France has a layover at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and the one-stop flight on Swiss Airlines has a layover at Zurich (ZRH). If you are traveling on a one-stop flight on British Airways, there is a layover at Chicago O' Hare International Airport (ORD) and on American Airlines, you will have a layover at Philadelphia (PHL). All of these one-stop flights offer roughly the same fares but if you're looking for the cheapest fare, a good option is a two-stop flight on both Swiss Air and Vueling that has layovers at Zurich and Barcelona Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). Another two-stop option is on Iberia Airlines with stops at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and Madrid Barajas (MAD), although using the same airline for both legs will cost more in comparison. These two-stop routes will add about 7h to 10h of travel time compared to the quicker one-stop options.

• Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Francisco to Athens?

  For travelers that reside in the United States that are making the trip from San Francisco to Athens, you will need a valid passport. It is recommended that the passport is valid for at least 180 days beyond your departure from Greece. The passport must have one blank passport page per stamp. There is no visa required for any stay that is less than 90 days in Greece.

• Can I find flights from San Francisco to Athens for under $800 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Athens for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $753, but on average you can expect to pay $788.

• Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Athens for under $800?

  There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Athens within the next 7 days for less than $800.

• What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Athens round-trip?

  Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Athens is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $753 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and ITA Airways, starting at $758 and $764 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Athens for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

• What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Athens one-way?

  The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $549. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and ITA Airways, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Athens for a low price.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Athens?

  Consider Aegean Airlines, American Airlines or Air Canada when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Athens.

• What does SFO to ATH mean?

  San Francisco Airport is SFO and Athens Eleftherios V. Airport is ATH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

• Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Athens?

  The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Athens is Istanbul. Munich is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Athens. Frankfurt am Main comes next as the third most popular layover location for San Francisco to Athens flights.

• What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

  The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Fatih Camii. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Fatih Camii are located about 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 20.8 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Travelers can book a car rental at Istanbul for about $31 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

• What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Munich?

  Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Botanische Garten München-Nymphenburg are currently the most popular points of interest in Munich at the moment. Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Botanische Garten München-Nymphenburg are located about 18.8 mi, 17.8 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Munich Franz Josef Strauss. Travelers in need of a car in Munich can rent one for about $51 per day.

• What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

  Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Konstablerwache, and Oper Frankfurt. Römerberg, Konstablerwache and Oper Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 7.7 mi, and 7.0 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $40.

• Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Athens flights?

  The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Athens is New York. New York is followed by Rome in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Athens. Amsterdam sees the third fewest flights with layovers for the San Francisco to Athens route.

• Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Athens that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Athens flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Athens with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Athens flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

• Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Athens that include hotel bookings?

  Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

• How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Athens?

  After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Athens.

• Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Athens?

  Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

• Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Athens that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Athens offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Athens?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Athens flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the San Francisco to Athens flight deals updated?

  The San Francisco to Athens flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/27.